Case Study
Neurologic System: Chronic
Case Study: Parkinson's Disease
approx 30 min
Mr. Nimmo, age 66, has noticed excessive fatigue, muscle aches,and weakness in his legs for some time. His hands were shakingslightly, although his wife reported that the shaking appeared tostop when he fell asleep. Some unintentional head movements werealso apparent. He remembers that his grandfather died in hismid-60s after suffering for years from a condition with similarsymptoms. After several tests and the elimination of some otherneuromuscular conditions, a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease wasmade for Mr. Nimmo.
Q1 : Discuss the pathophysiology of Parkinson’s disease and howit differs from other neuromuscular conditions affecting olderadults.
Q2: Discuss the usual progression of the disease as thepathophysiology develops further. Indicate additionalmanifestations that will be noticeable.
Q3: Describe the complications that frequently develop,including the rationale for each and the early indications of eachproblem.
Q4: Discuss the treatments available to this patient.
